Pre-interview Hold Protocols

[fuzzywuz]

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Hey all,

So I've been on hold at some schools. Is there a protocol after being placed on hold? Do I need to reply to them saying, thanks for the heads up, I look forward to hearing back later etc etc?

Is it even necessary?

 

[atl27]

No, there is no protocol, you are not expected to do anything other than wait for them. If you have any significant updates to your application you could send them a letter of update. If it is truly a significant update it may help your application. You could also send them a letter explaining why you are very interested in the school and why you think you would be a good fit, however, these letters generally seem to have little affect.

 

[little rock]

What, in your view, is considered a 'significant update'?

 

[alwaysaangel]

What, in your view, is considered a 'significant update'?

Giant national research award.

Or you can do smaller updates built into a letter of interest, but if you're JUST updating them it should be a pretty big thing to bother them. And keep in mind not everyone is open to them.

 

[dynezxice]

What, in your view, is considered a 'significant update'?

Getting something published in Science journal or something of the sort.

 

[little rock]

Getting something published in Science journal or something of the sort.

Sweet.